China 10 yuan Year of the Sheep Goat proof silver coin 2003

The China 10 Yuan “Year of the Sheep (Goat)” 2003 proof silver coin is a graceful and symbolic issue from China’s prestigious Lunar Calendar series, honoring the Sheep — a traditional emblem of kindness, harmony, family unity, and peace in Chinese culture. Issued in 2003, this coin stands out for its elegant curved shape and deeply expressive pastoral imagery.

The reverse features a serene family scene with three sheep: a strong ram with curved horns standing protectively at the center, a ewe grazing calmly beside him, and a small lamb resting beneath their bodies. The animals are rendered with remarkable realism, showing dense wool texture, gentle facial expressions, slender legs, and natural posture. The composition conveys warmth, care, and continuity. The denomination “10 元” is placed in the upper field, while Chinese characters indicating the lunar year appear discreetly on the left. Soft proof fields contrast with frosted relief, enhancing every engraved detail.

The obverse presents a fortified traditional Chinese gate complex with layered roofs, stone walls, stairways, and towers set into a mountainous landscape. Clouds float across the sky, while trees, rocks, and masonry patterns add depth. Along the upper rim are Chinese characters naming the issuing country, with the year 2003 clearly displayed.

Struck in silver with proof quality, this coin is a meaningful collectible for zodiac enthusiasts, family-themed designs, and modern Chinese numismatics.

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